Emerson and Tata Elxsi Host AI-Focused Test and Measurement Forum

Emerson and Tata Elxsi co-hosted the Leadership Forum 2025 at The Leela Palace in Bengaluru, bringing together industry decision-makers to explore AI's impact on test and measurement. Under the theme 'Adding Intelligence to Test,' the forum examined how AI is reshaping validation and production processes, transitioning from reactive testing to predictive and autonomous systems that align with evolving industry standards.

The event featured joint sessions with leaders from both companies, facilitating discussions on how AI is being leveraged throughout the product development lifecycle from concept and prototyping to production and market introduction. Attendees explored best practices for converting data into actionable intelligence to enhance product and solution performance.

Ritu Favre, Group President of Emerson's Test and Measurement business, highlighted the company's approach, stating, "NI's open, modular and flexible platform delivers differentiated value to our customers that enables them to reach their business goals now and sets them up for future success. We are excited to share our vision for the future of test and measurement, including how we will harness the power of AI and continue to innovate across our industry leading portfolio of integrated hardware and software."

Emerson's Test and Measurement business group, formerly known as NI, provides software-connected automated systems that help engineers and businesses transform real-world data into insights, accelerating product development while ensuring quality and reliability. Tata Elxsi contributes domain expertise in addressing growing test and validation complexities for customers in automotive, aerospace, electronics, medical devices, and communications industries.

Nitin Pai, Chief Marketing Officer and Chief Strategy Officer at Tata Elxsi, emphasized the shifting paradigm: "AI is transforming test and measurement from a process-driven function to an intelligence-driven advantage. It's no longer just about automation – it's about self-learning, adaptability, and precision at scale. At Tata Elxsi, we are embedding AI into the core of validation and quality engineering, enabling businesses to move faster, make smarter decisions, and set new standards for reliability in an increasingly software-defined world."

Pai further noted the value of their collaboration with Emerson: "Partnering with Emerson's Test and Measurement business adds significant strength to this vision. With their proven NI platform, combined with our AI-led engineering, we're enabling customers to address rising product complexity, improve test effectiveness, and deliver intelligent, scalable solutions."

The forum also provided networking opportunities for participants to connect with industry peers, engage in discussions, and share strategic insights to drive transformation in the test and measurement industry.

Emerson is a global industrial technology leader headquartered in Saint Louis, Missouri, providing advanced automation solutions through its portfolio of intelligent devices, control systems, and industrial software. Tata Elxsi, headquartered in Bangalore and part of the Tata group, delivers design and technology services across industries including automotive, broadcast, communications, healthcare, and transportation, with expertise in autonomous, electric, and connected vehicle technologies.